How Fearless Flyboys, Peerless Aircraft, and Fast Flattops Conquered the
Skies in the War with Japan
Sears. This book tells the inspiring story of how, despite initial disastrous
defeats, a generation of young U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviators - flying F4F
Wildcats, F6F Hellcats, TBF Avengers and other aircraft - challenged and
ultimately vanquished a superior Japanese air force and fleet in World War II's
Pacific Theater. 372 pages, 56 B&W photographs, 6"x 9", hardcover.
#0010446

Grumman F4F (FM-2) Wildcat Pilot's Flight Operating The Grumman F4F
Wildcat was the primary Marine Corps and U.S. Navy fighter during the opening
year of World War II, serving as the Pacific Fleet's primary air defense during
the crucial battles of the Coral Sea and Midway. Originally published by Grumman
and the U.S. Navy, this previously "restricted" flight operating manual taught
pilots everything they needed to know before entering the cockpit of the famous
fighter. 84 reformatted pages, B&W photographs and illustrations, 8"x 10",
softcover.
#0020525
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The Battle for the Southwest Pacific
January 1942-April 1943
Gamble. This book examines the fortress island that was the key to Japan's World
War II operations in the Southwest Pacific, from its capture by Japanese marines
in January, 1942, through the Medal of Honor heroics of F4F Wildcat ace Butch
O'Hare and the April, 1943, P-38 ambush of Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto's flight
from Rabaul. 448 pages, 32 B&W photographs, 6"x 9", hardcover.
#0019230
2

Col. Jefferson DeBlanc's Story
DeBlanc. This book recounts the World War II experiences of 9-victory ace and
Medal of Honor recipient Jefferson DeBlanc (who flew the F4F Wildcat with
VMF-112), from training through his first action as a member of the "Cactus Air
Force" on Guadalcanal, his five victories over Japanese aircraft the day he had
to bail from his own fighter, and beyond. 240 pages, B&W photographs, 6"x 9",
hardcover.
#0010355
2

Tillman. This heavily illustrated book examines U.S. Navy Fighting
Squadron 11 from its formation in August, 1943, through its operations flying
F4F Wildcats and F6F Hellcats in the Pacific Theater of World War II, its 1949
transition to jets as VF-111, its Korean War and Vietnam War service, and its
1995 disestablishment. 128 pages, B&W and color photographs and illustrations,
7"x 9", softcover.
#0015033
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0004874Wildcat Aces of World War 2

Aircraft of the Aces Vol. 3Softbound Book
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Tillman. Thrown into combat at Coral Sea,
Midway and Guadalcanal, the handful of Wildcat units of the Navy and Marine
Corps took on large numbers of fighters and bombers and came out victorious.
Here is the combat history of what is perhaps the most important piston-
engined single-seat fighter ever to see service with the U.S. Navy and
Marines. 96 pgs with 3-views and 14 pgs. of color profiles. 75 photos, 7"x
9". sfbd. #0004874 2

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Reaper Leader
The Life of Jimmy FlatleyHardbound Book
0006860Ewing.
Although Jimmy Flatley had much to do with the U.S.
victory over Japan, few know of his naval heroics - formidable fighter pilot,
inspiring leader, and gifted operational planner. This biography reveals
his persistence that proved the F4F Wildcat superior to the Zero, that
sweepingly improved naval aviation safety and that, in the post-war years,
continually challenged the naval establishment from within. 384 pages, 26 B&W
photographs, 6"x 9", hardcover.#0006860

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"Wildcats" Over CasablancaSoftbound Book
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U.S. Navy Fighters in Operation Torch.Wordell & Seiler. This new edition of the 1943 classic account of the invasion
of French North Africa follows the authors and the aerial operations of their
U.S. Navy fighter squadron, and also explains the myriad problems that
confronted the Navy during its first use of carriers in support of an amphibious
landing. Also includes the personal stories of Wordell, who was taken prisoner
by the Vichy French, and Seiler, who tells of being the attacker. 320 pages, B&W
photographs, 6"x 9", softcover.0010104

0003326WildcatSoftbound Book
0003326The F4F in WWII. Tillman. The U.S. Navy’s first
monoplane fighter, the Wildcat held the line in every carrier action from
Pearl Harbor through Guadalcanal in the face of the superior Japanese Zero.
This book covers design, its shortcomings, operational history and the
intrepid pilots who flew it. Excellent writing, 312 pgs., 110 photos, 6"x
9", sfbd.#0003326

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In Detail & Scale Vol. 65Softbound Book

0005211Kinzey. Detailed photo essay includes pictures of
accurately restored F4Fs as well as WWII era pictures of the F4F under
development and in action. Clear, descriptive text explains the role of each
system and the benefits of its design. Multiple 1/72nd drawings and 12 color
profiles round out this highly informative volume. 79 pgs., 140 B&W photos,
60 color photos, 8"x 11", sfbd.#0005211 1

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Flying to the Limit
Testing World War II Single-Engined Fighter Aircraft.Hardbound Book
0036018Caygill. Learn the strengths and weaknesses of seventeen different World War II
fighter aircraft from the U.K., the USA and Germany in this book that examines
test results and pilots' own firsthand accounts. Covered aircraft include the
Hurricane, Spitfire, Bf 109, Fw 190, Buffalo, Tomahawk (Warhawk), Airacobra,
Mustang, Martlet (Wildcat), Thunderbolt and Corsair
- all legendary types that saw a great deal of wartime action. 224 pages, 80 B&W
photographs, 6"x 9", hardcover.#0036018

0004108
F4F Wildcat in ActionSoftbound Book
0004108
Dann. The F4F Wildcat entered service in late 1940,
becoming the primary fighter to the U.S. Navy and Marines and bearing the brunt
of the action early in the Pacific War. This book by a noted naval aircraft
expert examines the development and operational service of the Wildcat from its
XF4F-3 prototype to the end of WWII with 3-view drawings, 10 color profiles, and
100 B&W period photos. 50 pgs., 11"x 8", sfbd.#0004108 1

0005817Victory Roll!Hardbound Airplane Book.
0005817The American Fighter Pilot and Aircraft in World
War II. William Wolf. This is the story of America's "best and brightest,"
from the early-war young men who were hastily trained and flying inferior
aircraft such as the P-39, F2A and F4F, to the well-trained, late-war pilots
in their F4Us, F6Fs, P-47s, P-38s and finally, P-51s. You'll learn the key
role this generation of young Americans played before they took their place
in American society and industry. 456 pgs., 670+ B&W photos, 8"x 11", hdbd.#0005817

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Hellcat Aces of World War 2

Aircraft of the Aces Vol. 10
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Tillman. Grumman's successor to the pugnacious
Wildcat, the Hellcat embodied many of the lessons learned by F4F pilots in the
opening months of the Pacific War. Pilots flying the
Hellcat from 1943 to VJ-Day claimed over 5,000 kills in the Pacific, and over
300 pilots achieved ace status on the type. Here is the story of that
incredible record. 96 pgs. including 14 pgs. of color profiles and portraits,
100+ photos, 3-view drawings. 7"x 9". sfbd. #0001690 2

This remarkable 2-disc DVD set contains an
original 43 minute documentary detailing the history of the Wildcat, a
slideshow of over 180 photos of the Wildcat and its pilots, and archival
footage of the F4F and FM-2 Wildcats in action. You'll see the prototype,
carrier trials, color footage from support flights of the Doolittle Raid,
action at the Battles of Midway and Guadalcanal, crashes, a video
walk-around of the National Museum of Naval Aviation's F4F-3, and more. B&W
and color, approximately 3 hours total.
#00V8860

F4F Wildcat Walk AroundDann. Detailed photo essay of the F4F Wildcat
includes original Grumman Walk Around photos as well as modern color photos
of the exterior and interior. Great source of detail for the modeler or
history buff. 80 pgs., 200 color and B&W photos, 3-views, color profiles and
more. 11"x 8", sfbd.

The Blue Devils0015103vspace="4" border="1" width="150" height="198" align="left">The Blue Devils
US Navy & Marine Corps Aces of World War IIStyling & Tillman. When America plunged into war after the attack on Pearl
Harbor, naval aviators flying from Pacific Fleet aircraft carriers held the
line, later joined by their Marine counterparts. The
exploits of the Wildcat, Hellcat and Corsair aces are detailed in
this exhaustive volume combining Aircraft of the Aces volumes 3, 8 and 10.
288 pages, 292 B&W photographs, 119 color illustrations, 7"x 10",
hardcover.

At the ControlsThe Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Book of
Cockpits. Bell. Take a photographic look at the cockpits of 40 aircraft and five
spacecraft of historical note. Taken from the pilot's view, you'll feel like
you're at the controls! Cockpit views are complemented by additional historical
text and some external photos. Aircraft included are the Wright Flyer, Hughes
H-1 Racer, F4F-4 Wildcat, F-16 and the Space Shuttle. 144 pgs., 60 color and 30
B&W photos, 9"x 12", hdbd.

Carrier ClashHammel. This is the definitive combat history of the
Battle of the Eastern Solomons, which was history's third carrier clash - a
collision between U.S. Navy and Imperial Navy carriers in the wake of the
invasion of Guadalcanal. Carrier Clash is also filled with detailed
descriptions of the history of the aircraft carrier, the development of
carrier-air tactics, the training of pilots, and numerous operational
considerations. You'll even take to the air with Dauntless dive-bomber
pilots as they dive onto the light carrier Ryujo and with Wildcat pilots
defending their ships against an onslaught of Val dive-bombers. 358 pages,
35 photographs, 6" x 9", softcover.

Leydenfrost
The Baron of Aviation Art: Combat Aircraft Paintings
Published by Esquire Magazine from 1942 to 1945 Wayt & Wayt. Autographed by the
authors, this large-format book features the stunning artwork of Alexander
Leydenfrost that appeared in Esquire magazine during World War II. You'll
thrill to paintings of legendary U.S. aircraft including the F4F-3 Wildcat, P-38
Lightning, B-26 Marauder, P-39 Airacobra, P-47 Thunderbolt, CG-4A Glider, SB2C
Helldiver, B-29 Superfortress, P-61 Black Widow and many others. 54 pages, 35
color and B&W illustrations and 66 B&W and color photographs, 10"x 14",
hardcover.

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U.S. Naval Aircraft of World War IIPhoto CD RomNaval aviation came of age during World War II, and
now you can view the Corsairs, Hellcats, Wildcats, Buffalos, Avengers,
Vindicators, Dauntlesses, Privateers, Catalinas and others that pioneered
this new form of warfare. This CD, a collection of more than 600
hi-resolution photographs - many never-before-published - allows you to view
and print photos up to 8"x 10", calendars, posters and more. The image
libraries even include thumbnail index pages for easy searching. PC and Mac
compatible.

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